Laboratory Operations Leader: Compliance, Training & Innovation

Freeport-Memorial-Hospital; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 86,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Well-being programs

Employee discounts

On-Demand Pay

Financial education

Annual recognition events

Community service opportunities

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Illinois seeks a Laboratory Leader to oversee compliance, education, and performance improvement across hospital labs. You will implement technology validations, supervise partners, and coordinate budgeting and staffing.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Associate degree in medical laboratory science and 3–5 years in a lab leadership position, with ASCP certification preferred and strong documentation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in medical laboratory science or related field.
• Three to five years of experience in a lab leadership position.
• ASCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assures compliance with accrediting/regulatory standards and survey readiness.
• Manages education programs, competency checks, and documentation.
• Coordinates performance improvement, data dashboards and reporting with partners.
• Assesses new technology, validates applicability, and coordinates training.
• Oversees onboarding of new partners and Beaker/Epic access.
• Supports budgeting and staffing, including capital equipment quotes.
• Supervises Laboratory Partners and conducts performance evaluations.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in medical laboratory science or related field

Job description

Mercyhealth in Illinois seeks a Laboratory Leader to oversee compliance, education, and performance improvement across hospital labs. You will implement technology validations, supervise partners, and coordinate budgeting and staffing.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Associate degree in medical laboratory science and 3–5 years in a lab leadership position, with ASCP certification preferred and strong documentation and communication skills.